Amavida at Lakes Park

Overview of Amavida at Lakes Park

Situated on Calistoble Loop in an area with moderate car dependency and some walkable access to nearby services, Amavida at Lakes Park is a residential community in Fort Myers operated by Amavida Operator, LLC. With 185 beds, the home provides a significant, established setting for residents needing wide supportive care and services. It’s administered by Sheri Ann Robinson Francis.

Respite care, nursing services, and 24-hour staffing are among the community offerings. It’s then a practical choice for families seeking short-term care support or longer-term residential placement with on-site clinical oversight. This combination of services mirrors a dedication to meeting urgent and continuous healthcare needs within a residential setting. Dining at Amavida at Lakes Park includes a fine dining restaurant and casual dining areas, allowing residents a variety in how and where they enjoy meals. The community hosts daily activities and events, supporting an active daily rhythm and regular opportunities for social engagement and programming. A Walk Score of 37 means some errands are accessible on foot, with most needing a vehicle. For visiting family members, the Fort Myers location offers straightforward access from the surrounding area.

Facility inspections indicate a robust compliance baseline. While a brief inspection noted one deficiency centered on infection control procedures, follow-up inspection affirmed the matter was promptly resolved. Across the preceding several years, Amavida at Lakes Park maintained no cited deficiencies, showing sustained operational standards and attention to regulatory requirements.

(239) 237-0501

185-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

Walk Score: 37 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJune 24, 2024

ExpirationJune 23, 2026

CountyLee

License Number13261

RCFE Number13261

Amavida at Lakes Park is legally operated by Amavida Operator, Llc, and administrated by Sheri Ann Robinson Francis.

Management CompanyLIFE CARE COMPANIES LLC

Owner NameAmavida Operator, LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

185 units

Total beds

185 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Creole English Spanish

ContactMs. Jaritza Smirh, Administrator

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

ActivitiesDaily activities and events are regularly hosted.

Food DescriptionDining options include a fine dining restaurant and casual dining areas.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 7 citations 8 inspections

Inspection Score

16 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$0
vs $11.6k
↓ 100% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 7 years (since 2019).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection May 28, 2025 Routine

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	7	33	This facility has 79% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (7 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 79% better Rank #92 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 92nd out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2019.	1	4.7	This facility has 79% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1 vs. FL avg 4.7).↓ 79% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.9	1.3	This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better Rank #64 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 64th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	8	26	This facility has 69% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (8 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 69% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	2	16	This facility has 88% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 88% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	25%	62%	This facility has 37 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (25% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 37% better Rank #113 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 113th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

April 1, 2025 inspection cited one Class 3 deficiency for infection control procedures with no related complaints.
May 28, 2025 follow-up inspection found all prior deficiencies corrected and no new deficiencies cited.
Facility had no deficiencies in five inspections from January 9, 2019 through April 2, 2024, including complaint investigations.

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Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Cooking Classes
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies
Yoga

10.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fort Myers's city center to Amavida at Lakes Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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What languages are spoken at Amavida at Lakes Park?

The team at Amavida at Lakes Park speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Amavida at Lakes Park?

The legal owner and operator of Amavida at Lakes Park is Amavida Operator, Llc.

Is Amavida at Lakes Park in a walkable area?

Amavida at Lakes Park has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Amavida at Lakes Park?

According to FL state health department records, Amavida at Lakes Park's license number is 13261.

When does Amavida at Lakes Park's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Amavida at Lakes Park's license expires on June 23, 2026.

What payment types does Amavida at Lakes Park accept?

Amavida at Lakes Park accepts Other.

Does Amavida at Lakes Park operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Amavida at Lakes Park is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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